Residents of Racine and surrounding areas in southeastern Wisconsin should prepare for a series of potentially severe thunderstorms expected to hit the region starting Friday evening, according to the latest advisory from the National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan. The hazardous weather outlook affects several counties, including Racine, Kenosha, Marquette, Green Lake, Fond du Lac, and ..read more

RACINE, Wis. — The Racine Heritage Museum, 701 Main St., will present “The Washington Park Swindle,” a compelling lecture by local historian Alan Karls, on Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m. This free event, open to the public, delves into the forgotten narratives of Racine’s Root River parks system. Alan Karls, a Racine native and ..read more

RACINE, Wis. — The Public Works and Services Committee is scheduled to review a major city resurfacing initiative during its meeting at City Hall on Tuesday, April 30. Spearheaded by Alder Mollie Jones, the proposal comes with a competitive bid from LaLonde Contractors Inc. at $1,633,143.94. It aims to enhance multiple city streets while staying ..read more

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — Eli Lilly and Company has acquired a state-of-the-art injectable medicine manufacturing facility from Nexus Pharmaceuticals LLC. The acquisition of this FDA-approved facility in Pleasant Prairie further expands Lilly’s global parenteral injectable product manufacturing network and supports increased demand for the company’s medicines. Edgardo Hernandez, Executive Vice President and President of Lilly ..read more

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced the winners of the 2024 BigShot Awards this week. More than 200 providers were listed as having met the qualifications to be named in the list of award winners. The Wisconsin BigShot Award is an annual recognition that celebrates Vaccines for Children Program providers. These dedicated providers are ..read more

The following is a list of the upcoming programs at the Racine Public Library. Library Services & Event Registration April 27 – May 4 Register for Racine Public Library programs in one of the following ways (unless noted otherwise): Library news Community Quilting ProjectThe Racine Public Library, the LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin and the ..read more

The vibrant Racine and Kenosha counties offer a diverse array of live music events to cater to various tastes and preferences. From the soulful melodies of Clarissa, the Sassy British Soul Singer, to the eclectic sounds of Stix & The Dogs, each event promises a unique and memorable experience. Live music events through April 30 ..read more

Imagine a teenager who is nervous and unsure holding onto the steering wheel tightly while in driving school. They slowly turn into a driver who feels sure of themselves and ready to drive confidently on the roads. Do you remember how you felt during your first driving lesson? You felt excited about the freedom of ..read more

Obituary for George Walter Bush October 17, 1964 — April 17, 2024 George Walter Bush, 59, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Ascension All Saints Hospital in Racine. George was born to Donald and Suzanne (née Walter) Bush on Oct. 17, 1964, in Racine. He graduated from Washington Park High School, class of ..read more

Obituary for Daniel Raymond Bidwell December 17, 1974 — April 17, 2024 Daniel Raymond Bidwell, a beloved son, brother, father and friend, departed from this world on April 17, 2024, at the age of 49. Daniel was born on Dec. 17, 1974, in Racine. He was the cherished son of Duane and Alene Bidwell (née ..read more